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By: Joy Millam Heather Gruenthal Teacher Librarians & YALSA’s Quick Picks for Reluctant Readers Committee
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They are the goths, geeks, preps, jocks, nerds, skaters, and gamers. Kids from every demographic can be RR’s. How do we define a reluctant reader: RR’s are kids who for whatever reason do not like to read.
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Sometimes they are too busy to read Athletics and extra-curricular activities Demanding course of study (IB/AP coursework) Employment
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Booktalks Digital book trailers Purchase appealing books for them “Read the movie”
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RR’s like books that have these characteristics Appealing covers Attention getting opening Edgy topics
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Ask for donations (registration packet or back to school night, alumni letter) Recycling collection Book fairs (physical & virtual) Amazon wishlist Selling bookmarks
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RR’s also like Gateway books like PostSecret Very visual Few words These books don’t look like much but they lead to quality books.
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Read all books you share with students Cover is impactful Choose popular books ie: Child Called “It” Take notes as you read Cite passages Note important events
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Buy extra copies Note popular titles & find similar titles (ie: “It”- Bruises, Basement) Practice, practice, practice Your comfort is critical Practice passages and summaries Take your show on the road Make regular appointments
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Take books to the classroom Prepare several different presentations Ensures availability Wear comfy clothes Leave brochures Display booktalk books Add encouraging note
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Don’t booktalk a book you disliked Don’t reveal too much Don’t go too long per title 2-5 min per title max. Don’t memorize Don’t talk too fast
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